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An Alternative Mechanism for Chemical Protection against Radiation Damage

Nature volume 185, pages 96–97 (1960)Cite this article

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STUDIES of the effects of chemicals in decreasing the radiation damage suffered by exposed organisms have revealed a number of compounds which are quite efficient in this respect1–3. While several mechanisms have been suggested for their mode of action4, none has been universally accepted. It seems possible that the protective action may function through several alternative routes. It is the purpose of this communication to show another possible mode of action of these agents and some of the evidence which supports it. The mode of protection cited here need not be an exclusive one.

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JONES, M. An Alternative Mechanism for Chemical Protection against Radiation Damage. Nature 185, 96–97 (1960). https://doi.org/10.1038/185096c0

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